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Ag Entrepreneurship & Business Planning (a.k.a. Small Farm Business Planning)
February 23, 2017 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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An event every week that begins at 6:00 pm on Thursday, repeating until April 27, 2017
Gain skills to build a sustainable business in this 10 week small farm business planning course. The Ag Entrepreneurship and Business Planning (a.k.a. Small Farm Business Planning) course is a 10 week class series that covers business planning and other important aspects of operating an agricultural enterprise. Knowledgeable and experienced speakers are brought in to cover specific topics and local guest farmers share on farm experiences.
Thursdays 6-9pm February 23 – April 27
Topics covered:
- Business Planning Basics
- Product & Industry Research
- Business Structures
- Market Analysis & Consumer Trends
- Direct Marketing Options
- Marketing: The 5 P’s
- Taxes, Licenses & Payroll
- Regulations
- Insurance & Risk Management
- Record Keeping and Budgeting
For more information and to complete, the pre-registration survey, click here
Participant Expectations:
- Complete a business plan and present it in class on week 10.
- Attend at least 70% of classes.